Position: Director of Emergency Department

Compensation:

- Salary: Confidential ($101,185.00 - $136,600.00 USD)

- Signing Bonus: None

- Relocation Package: Partial (may be offered depending on location variables)

Must-Have Qualifications:

1. Current RN license in Iowa or a compact state nursing license allowing practice in Iowa

2. Current BLS certification

3. 3-5 years of clinical experience, including 1-2 years in a clinical leadership role

Job Summary:

The Director of the Emergency Department provides both clinical and administrative leadership in emergency medicine, guiding the department to align with the organization's vision, mission, and standards.

Key Duties:

- Participate in nursing and organizational policy formulation and decision-making

- Accept accountability for services provided and evaluate care quality

- Supervise personnel and coordinate nursing services with other healthcare disciplines

- Oversee recruitment, selection, and retention of staff and manage scheduling

- Develop and monitor department budgets and ensure staff orientation, credentialing, and ongoing professional development

- Maintain oversight of the hospital trauma program and compliance with state trauma requirements

- Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, state, and local regulations

- Involve nursing staff in evaluative research activities and foster an educational climate for students

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- Effective communication with patients, visitors, and staff

- Ability to resolve customer complaints and maintain records

- Strong interpersonal skills, leadership, and public speaking capabilities

- Proficiency with Word Processing, PowerPoint, and Excel

- Data analysis and presentation skills, along with sound judgment under pressure

Education:

- Bachelors degree in nursing or related field, or Associate Degree in Nursing with equivalent competencies and enrollment in a bachelors program

- Masters degree preferred

Experience:

3-5 years of relevant clinical experience with at least 1-2 years in a clinical leadership position

Certification/Licenses:

- Iowa RN license or compact state nursing license

- Current BLS certification

- ACLS and PALS certifications (within six months of hire)

- TNCC certification (within one year of hire)

Benefits

Dental Insurance

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement

Paid Time Off

For additional information or to apply, please reach out to Partners@connexzia.com.